Preventing Suicides Among Service Members, Veterans, and their Families Webinar – June 28
Join SAMHSA for the first session in the Suicide Prevention Virtual Event Series focusing on strategies to prevent suicide among our service members, veterans, and their families (SMVF). Thursday, June 28 from 2 - 4 pm online through WebEx.
Military Spouse Employment Summit – June 28
On June 28, 2018, Hiring Our Heroes will host its annual military spouse employment summit as we continue to shape the conversation around what it means to be a dual-income military family in the 21st century. The half-day summit will engage stakeholders, identify best practices in talent management for recruiting and retaining military spouses, highlight standout military spouse professionals and entrepreneurs, and set the stage for a renewed emphasis on removing barriers to military spouse employment as a national security imperative.
Warrior Herd Gold Star Kids Camp – July 30 – Aug 3
Project Horse Empowerment Center's Warrior Herd program will be holding a Gold Star Kids Summer Camp July 30-August 3. This camp is where kids develop coping skills through play with horses, expressive arts, games, crafts & team building! Thanks to a grant from VetsAid and a donation from Lockheed Martin – participation is 100% free! At Project Horse, kids connect in a very real way with others, with endless opportunities to build confidence, de-stress, and have a unique and memorable summer experience. Participants become centered in the natural world, they forge friendships with both horses and peers, learn horse handling and training skills, create and play games, practice teamwork and leadership, improve communication skills, and much more! No horse experience is required! Registration open now.
Step Into the Arena with Team Rubicon – June 28
Join Team Rubicon and their Mobile Training Center volunteers from around the District to learn more about what they're up to in 2018 and hot to get involved in local, national and international disaster response and recovery efforts. Thursday, June 28 from 6-9 pm at the Bullpen in DC.
Heroes on the River Upcoming Events
Heroes in the River has a number of upcoming events including a Dinner at Walter Reed on June 15, Skydiving event July 7, Charter Fishing Trip in Delaware July 23-26, and their Annual event on September 8. More details visit their Facebook page: Heroes on the River.
Military-Friendly Job Fair – June 22
Corporate Gray Military Job Fair on Friday, June 22 at The Waterford in Springfield, VA. Especially for transitioning and former military seeking employment. Free and open to all job seekers.
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Pack the Park – July 3
Coalition to Salute America's Heroes is teaming up with the Frederick Keys this year to again provide FREE tickets to active duty military, veterans and first responders! Frederick Keys vs. Lynchburg Hillcats at the Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium Date: July 3rd, 2018. Time: Gates open 6pm, game time 7pm.
Cyber Training and Education Conference – June 26
Save the date! Cyber Training & Education Conference: Equipping Veterans and Teachers with needed Cyber Skills. Tuesday, June 26 from 9 am - 4:30 pm at the George Mason University Science and Technology Campus in Manassas.
The Distinguished Service Awards – July 18
The Northern Virginia Chamber’s Distinguished Service Awards will be held on Thursday, July 18, 11:30am – 1:30 pm at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner! It is a fantastic event celebrating Veterans, Businesses & Leaders in Greater Washington for their service to veterans in the Greater Washington business community.
Blue Star Cares Avatar – Train the Trainer – June 14 & 19
Blue Star Families is hosting a train the trainer opportunity for their Blue Star Cares Avatar Program. Upcoming trainings will be held on June 14 and 19 via webinar.